Hot Humid Weather Calls For Tough Makeup Setting Spray

Another round of 100 degree temps today for the East Coast.

And if you spend any time outdoors with a full face of makeup on, well, you know what that's like.

If you have an oily complexion, and you're walking around with the searing heat, you can feel your makeup melting.

Ugh!

Not a comforting thought.

Most women dust on some powder to set and seal in their cosmetics, but when the thermometer says 99, you can't win with just a little powder.

You need an 'all-nighter.' And we've found a cult fave by Urban Decay. If you haven't tried this, say hello to Urban Decay Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray ($29, at Sephora).

OKay, so $29 isn't too cheap for a 4 oz. bottle, but a few spritzes go a long way. And this stuff works!

Urban Decay claims their Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray will see you through 16 hours of living. Whatever activity you're into, your makeup stays put, thanks to the amazing patent-pending Temperature Control Technology, which "lowers the temperature of your makeup to hold foundation, eye shadow, blush, and concealer in place. Makeup looks picture-perfect all day long through wind, heat, and cold."

Don't take our word for it, read the raving reviews at Sephora---4.5 stars out of a possible 5 stars, and 1, 216 reviews and counting!

Think of this $29 makeup setting spray as a summer beauty investment.

Revlon Makeup Says Their Whipped Foundation Is Like No Other

Like 'silk on your skin.'

That's how Revlon is describing its new Colorstay Whipped Creme Makeup ($13.99, at Ulta, Buy 1, Get 1 50% Off!).

Yummy!

Halle Berry is wearing Whipped Creme in Caramel. There are 12 shades to choose from.

We've always been big fans of Revlon Colorstay foundation. And we've always worn Nude in the liquid foundation for oily skin.

And although the foundation isn't perfect, it has served us well. So, now our interest has been piqued with Revlon introducing their new whipped formula.

We can't wait to try this on, because we happen to adore whipped, light-as-a-feather makeup. We also like Maybelline's Dream Mousse Blush. These whipped formulas turn from cream to liquid and glide across the skin beautifully.

Revlon says the new whipped Colorstay is super for summer because it won't cake or flake and is a light but full coverage foundation.

Like Revlon claims, "The time release formula balances skin for a flawless look."

Let's face it, its quite a challenge wearing foundation during those brutally hot, searing summer days (98 degrees where we are today). You need a makeup that can stand up to the humidity.

We've looked at some very good reviews from Makeup Alley. The foundation scored a very respectable 4.1 out of 5.0.

Have you tried Revlon's new Colorstay Whipped Creme Makeup?

NYC Smooth Skin Perfecting Primer Covers Up Nicely

We really like when inexpensive makeup gives you a real bang for your buck. And that's why we are taking a closer look today at NYC or New York Color Smooth Skin Perfecting Primer ($3.99, 1 oz., at drugstores).

A primer is like magic in a tube. It can smooth things out and prepare your face for the application of makeup. So, if you'd like those large pores to get lost and take a hike for the day, primer can hide those little imperfections and help you achieve a lovely air-brushed finish.

For under $4, you're getting a good deal. This primer has a pearly white appearance and light texture to it. It leaves behind a little shimmer or glow. We're not sure why it's been labeled Shade 684. Maybe NYC is planning to add other kinds of primer to their beauty collection?

We like playing around with cosmetics from New York Color. We think the makeup brand is under-rated.

Goop Editor Gwyneth Wears SuperGoop Sunscreen--Of Course!

Let's not even talk about how superfit Gwyneth Paltrow, the actress/mom/author is at age 39. And look at the bikini!

We know it's all about the diet. But what about the Oscar winner's lovely, youthful skin?

We know that Gwyneth loves playing in the sun at the beach with Apple and Noah. So---how does she protect herself?

With Supergoop!

This one looks like it's a very good sunscreen, because if it weren't, the flaxen-haired beauty would not even bother putting it on. We all know how very picky Miss Paltrow is.

Supergoop! Everyday Face and Body Moisturizer with 30SPF and UVA/UVB protection ($14, at Sephora and at Supergoop.com).

Gwyneth writes about Supergoop! products in her Goop newsletter:

..."Love the name! This SPF 30+ sunscreen works for the entire family and comes in a variety of shapes and sizes depending on your use—spray, cream, serum and wipes, for whatever your needs may be. The wipes are especially good for quickly protecting the kids before they jump in the pool."

The sunscreen is formulated with excellent anti-aging properties, too. Holly Thaggard, a sunscreen expert debuted the Supergoop! brand in 2007 with this mission in mind:

...to educate and protect adults and children alike from both harmful skincare ingredients and the UV rays of the sun.".

Hate The Dimples: New Cellulite Procedure Can Smooth Things Out

Remember this name, Cellulaze.

It's for serious girls with some serious cellulite.

In other words, if you are tired of trying to HIDE your dimpled fat, either through clothing, firming creams/serums, massage, and exercise, and the cellulite is STILL there--Relax.
There is another way. From what our beauty knowledge tells us, there is NO way to get rid of cellulite PERMANENTLY, but there are methods to lessen its appearance.

And that is what the Cellulaze treatment aims to do---smoo-oooooth things out! The procedure consists of the Cellulaze laser fiber and all you need is 1 treatment. The tiny laser fiber attacks the very structure of the cellulite.

We learned this at Cellulaze.com:

...."Your physician will mark the areas of cellulite to be treated with a marker
A couple of tiny incisions will be made, about the size of the tip of a pen.
Local anesthesia or numbing solution is used (you'll be awake during the procedure).
The Cellulaze laser fiber is threaded through a very small tube (or cannula) and inserted through the incision site.
Your physician will use the SideLaze3D™ Cellulaze laser fiber to:
Level out bumps of fat.
Treat dimples by releasing the fibrous bands that pull down on the skin.
Stimulate collagen production to increase your skin’s depth and elasticity for a smoother look.
The liquefied fat is gently pressed out.
The entire procedure should take about 1–1.5 hours.

The Cellulaze procedure sounds great, especially for bathing suit time right around the corner. Plus, it's minimally invasive with practically little downtime.

We haven't been able to locate the cost of a Cellulaze treatment. Please check the website for more details.

Brits Say Kate Middleton's Eyebrows Too Thick And Harsh: Are You Kidding Us?!

We cannot imagine living in the royal fishbowl. Poor Kate Middleton! The Duchess of Cambridge is being 'plucked' quite painfully today in the British publication, the Daily Mail.

Apparently, a number of women are disappointed not in the way the future queen is dressing for public events, but in the way Kate is 'dressing' her brows, supposedly TOO dark, thick and harsh.

So, we would beg to ask---What's wrong with Kate's brows?!

Please look at the photos above. The DailyMail has posted these at their online publication.

Top Photo shows Kate AFTER enjoying life as a new bride and gracefully carrying out her role in the royal hierarchy.
Bottom Photo shows Kate BEFORE as a college student, prior to her marriage to Prince William.

DailyMail columnist Liz Jones wrote this about the Duchess of Cambridge:

...."Kate’s brows have grown exponentially since her student days at the University of St Andrews, as you can clearly see if you compare pictures of her then and now. It is as if Monty Don has been tending them with some sort of magical mulch and a lawn-edger.

"Were they pencilled, inked, tattooed? Or (now here’s a thought) could they be a brand new trend the glossies haven’t even come up with yet: a brow extension, a sort of furry wig for those brunette beauties who can’t grow their own?..."

Ouch!

How cruel can people be?!

We've always admired Kate Middleton's fresh-faced beauty with her natural, full brows, glossy brunette locks, bright smile, and classic makeup look.

Every makeup artist who knows the score, will always remind you that fuller brows = youth. And we ALWAYS refer to the makeup legend herself, Sandy Linter:

Thin brows are the biggest mistake she sees women make, time and time again. "I don’t like overly thin, trying to be perfect brows," Sandy Linter says. "I like a fuller, more natural looking brow. It is not an L.A. brow, but more like a ‘model’s brow. Look at the models (not the actresses) in the magazines, for correct brow shapes."

And the world's best known eyebrow shaper, Anastasia Soare, would agree:

"Most of us look younger with fuller brows and a soft arch," Anastasia explained to Lady's Home Journal.

And like Sandy, Anastasia believes, if you don't have good brows, pencil them in! Anastasia says, to keep the brows looking natural, try using short, hairlike strokes. Then comb through your brows with a clean mascara brush to blend the color evenly across the length of the brow.

You can try the Anastasia Beverly Hills Perfect Brow Pencil ($22, at Anastasia). It comes with a built-in brush.

Meantime, here across the pond, we haven't seen one mention of bad brows for Kate Middleton. In fact, we all seem to admire the future queen and her effortless beauty.

Okay, readers, you take a look. Is there anything wrong with Kate's brows?

Let's Go Boating This Summer---Or Pretend In Preppy Mocs

The whole nautical look is trendy this summer with colorful stripes everywhere. Why not complete the pretty picture with a cute, inexpensive pair of preppy mocs?!

You don't have to be a yacht owner to wear this summer classic, although a boat of any kind would be really nice....

We found these adorable mocs from GoJane. And each pair is only $17.60! Colors come in Navy. Mustard. Red And Black. In sizes 5 1/2 - 10.

The Lace-Up Boating Flats are really espadrille/boat shoes with cute raw-edge detailing and a bow front laced design with an espadrille rope heel. Super comfy-casual, too.

For under $20, or in this case, under $18, you're getting a boatload of savings, so to speak.

There are some situations that call for more than a pair of flip-flops, and we've got you covered here in the classic/hipster boat shoe moc.